Seasons

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What are the four seasons?

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Spring, Summer, Fall (Autumn), Winter.

Front

What causes the seasons to change?

Back

The tilt of the Earth's axis and its revolution around the Sun.

Front

What season is it in the northern hemisphere when it is summer in the southern hemisphere?

Back

Winter.

Front

What is the longest day of the year in the northern hemisphere called?

Back

Summer Solstice.

Front

What is the shortest day of the year in the northern hemisphere called?

Back

Winter Solstice.

Front

What happens during the equinoxes?

Back

Day and night are approximately equal in length.

Front

What season comes after winter in the northern hemisphere?

Back

Spring.

Front

What is the main characteristic of summer?

Back

Warmest temperatures and longest days.

Front

What is the main characteristic of winter?

Back

Coldest temperatures and shortest days.

Front

How does the Earth's tilt affect sunlight?

Back

It causes different areas to receive varying amounts of sunlight throughout the year.